BFC 2-0 GKFC highlights, Durand Cup 2023: Goals by Yadav, Lalpekhlua guide Bengaluru FC to win against Gokulam Kerala in last group match

Goals by Yadav and Lalpekhlua guide Bengaluru FC to a 2-0 win against Gokulam Kerala FC in the last group-stage match of Durand Cup 2023.

Alejandro goes for a long shot. He was never troubling Sahil with that wayward effort.

Five minutes added at the end of the first-half.

Lalpekhlua gets at the end of a low cross from the right flank to tap the ball inside the net. A sloppy goal to concede by the Malabarians.

GKFC Sub: IN- Sreekuttan OUT- Sourav

Save- Shreyas gets at the end of a cross from the right. He traps the ball and gets a good shot away. But it is an equally good save from Bishorjit.

BFC subs: IN- Lalpekhlua, Fanai OUT- Edmund, Oram

BFC sub: IN- Monirul OUT- Ashish

GKFC sub: IN- Arjun OUT- Basit.

Despite trailing, Gokulam does not seem too intent to press the BFC defence. The Malabarians have already qualified for the quarters and this approach is logical, to say the least.

The match has come alive after Yadav’s screamer. Suddenly Gokulam’s urgency is visible while Bengaluru will try its best to maintain its precious lead.

GKFC Sub: IN- Alejandro Sanchez OUT- Shijin

Gokulam tries to give an immediate reply. Perdomo goes past three players and takes a shot at goal. The effort goes straight to the Sahil’s hand.

Robin Yadav goes for goal from a freekick from a long distance. He catches his shot really well. The ball flies, hits the underside of the crossbar and rattles the back of the net. Bishorjit had dived but there was no chance he was getting to that.

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A good cross from the left sees Calvin get at the end of the ball. He heads the ball but cannot keep his effort on target. That was a close one.

Pedromo tries to get past his marker on the right touchline but takes a tumble in the process. It is not the best of falls and he is in pain. He should be okay to continue, however.

GKFC is on the attack right from the start. A cross comes in from the right flank but nothing much comes from it.

GKFC Sub: IN- Clarence OUT- Shilton

The match is goalless as the second-half between Bengaluru FC and Gokulam Kerala kicks-off at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata.

The match is goalless as both teams break for half-time.

A cross is directed at Bouba from the freekick but it is not the best of deliveries.

GKFC has a freekick in a dangerous area as Shilton is fouled near the right touchline.

Two minutes added at the end of the first-half.

Apart from a select few occasions, it has mostly been a drab half of football. Five minutes plus added time till the teams break for half-time.

Bengaluru enjoying a nice spell of possession but has not carved any real chance till now. Gokulam’s defence has been solid till now.

The match halts momentarily as the players take a water break.

Close- Akhil Praveen has an excellent chance to give a lead to Gokulam. He gets at the end of a cross from the right and heads the ball at goal from close-range. However, his effort is not on target and sails above the crossbar.

GKFC skipper Noufal drills in a cross from the right flank. He had two players to aim for but his ball does not find either. Good defending from the BFC youngsters.

Gokulam Kerala is inviting the pressure and asking the BFC frontline to break down its defence. Till now, the Malabarians have kept it compact at the back.

BFC had a chance to work the GKFC defence from a freekick in a dangerous area. Satendra tries to deliver a low cross but the delivery is disappointing. Gokulam Kerala has the ball again and the pressure dissipates.

It is a bad fall for Shilton as he falls face-first on the ground. He looks to be in pain as he gets medical attention. It is nothing serious however. Some ice and magic spray should do the trick.

Nidhin has space on the right and pings in a good cross inside the BFC box. The Bengaluru backline is alert enough to clear the ball to safety.

BFC with its first proper attack of the match. A low cross comes in from the right but the cross is comfortably dealt with by GKFC keeper Bishorjit.

Nofal tries to find a teammate inside the box with a cross from the right flank, but botches his cross to see the ball go out for a goalkick.

It is a bright start from the Gokulam. The Group C topper is enjoying more of the ball in the early minutes of the first-half. BFC, however, is trying to make inroads of its own and not playing an entirely defensive game.

The Group C match between Bengaluru FC and Gokulam Kerala FC has kicked-off at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata.

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Defending champion Bengaluru FC will take on Gokulam Kerala FC in a Durand Cup 2023 Group C match at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday.

While Gokulam Kerala, topper of Group C, has already qualified for the quarterfinal with six points from two matches, Bengaluru is third in the standings with two points from the same number of matches.

“Gokulam Kerala FC is one of the best teams in the country, and we are looking forward to this challenge. The boys gave a good account of themselves in the last game, and we are keen on finishing the group stages with a positive performance,” BFC coach Bibiano Fernandes said ahead of the game.

Kick-off, telecast and live streaming info

When and where is the Bengaluru FC vs Gokulam Kerala FC Durand Cup 2023 match kicking-off?

The Bengaluru FC vs Gokulam Kerala FC Durand Cup 2023 match will kick-off at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, August 22 at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata.

Where can you watch the Bengaluru FC vs Gokulam Kerala FC Durand Cup 2023 match?

The Bengaluru FC vs Gokulam Kerala FC Durand Cup 2023 match can be watched live on Sony Ten 2 and Sony Ten 2 HD.

The match can also be live-streamed on the Sony LIV app and website.